Recent Blogs
Origami Waterbomb Base: Crease-Pattern Geometry
Explore an ideal symmetric waterbomb fold. Calculate square-sheet dimensions, crease lengths and a half-square reference triangle; folded volume is not predicted.
Miura-ori: Exact Flat-Pattern Geometry and Qualitative Fold View
Explore the Miura-ori crease pattern and calculate flat facet area and diagonals. A qualitative fold view illustrates deployment without predicting folded dimensions.
Bennett's Linkage Mechanism Explained: How It Works, Geometry, Formula, Uses & Animation
Explore Bennett’s spatial four-revolute linkage. Compare alternating lengths and twists, required-angle solutions and ideal closure, with mismatches shown as open chains.
Rigid Origami Mechanism Explained: How Single-DOF Miura-ori Folding Works, Parts, Formula & Uses
Rigid origami folds flat panels along hinge creases without bending the faces. Used in aerospace deployables, medical stents, and architectural shading systems.
Developable Mechanism: Cylindrical Four-Link Panels, Motion and Torque Calculator
Explore four rigid curved panels that form a cylinder when stowed. Calculate ideal horizontal-load torque, coupler height and a separate axis-offset sensitivity.